The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission, Lucknow, has released the UPSSSC FSL Recruitment 2026 notification for the Forensic Science Laboratory Combined Cadre Main Examination under Advertisement No. 15-Exam/2026.
Through this recruitment drive, the Commission will fill 208 vacancies for Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant posts in the Forensic Science Laboratory, Uttar Pradesh. Vacancies are available under both regular and special recruitment categories.
Candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and meet the prescribed educational and age requirements can submit their online applications from 27 July to 17 August 2026 through the UPSSSC portal. The last date for fee reconciliation and correction of submitted applications is 24 August 2026.
Candidates searching for similar openings can also explore the latest Uttar Pradesh government jobs available on Regal Career.
UPSSSC FSL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
| Department | Forensic Science Laboratory, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow |
| Advertisement Number | 15-Exam/2026 |
| Examination | Forensic Science Laboratory Combined Cadre Main Examination |
| Post Names | Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 208 |
| PET Requirement | UPSSSC PET 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Selection Process | PET 2025 shortlisting and Main Written Examination |
| Official Website | UPSSSC |
The Scientific Assistant posts carry Pay Level 6, while Laboratory Assistant posts carry Pay Level 4 under the applicable pay matrix.
Important Dates
Candidates should complete the application process well before the closing date to avoid payment reconciliation or server-related problems.
| Recruitment Event | Official Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication Date | 24 July 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Processing Fee | 17 August 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation Deadline | 24 August 2026 |
| Application Correction Deadline | 24 August 2026 |
| Main Examination Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release Date | Before the examination |
Applications or fee payments submitted after 17 August 2026 will not be accepted. Candidates who successfully pay the fee must ensure that the payment is reconciled and the final application form is available for printing.
UPSSSC FSL Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 208 permanent vacancies have been notified. These posts are divided between regular recruitment and special recruitment categories.
| Post Name | Regular Vacancies | Special Recruitment | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant | 134 | 13 | 147 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 56 | 5 | 61 |
| Total | 190 | 18 | 208 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant – Regular | 54 | 28 | 2 | 37 | 13 | 134 |
| Scientific Assistant – Special Recruitment | 0 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 13 |
| Laboratory Assistant – Regular | 23 | 12 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 56 |
| Laboratory Assistant – Special Recruitment | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| Grand Total | 77 | 47 | 5 | 61 | 18 | 208 |
The vacancy numbers may be changed by the competent department according to administrative requirements and applicable reservation rules.
UPSSSC FSL Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable Uttar Pradesh Government pay level.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant | Level 6 | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
| Laboratory Assistant | Level 4 | ₹25,500–₹81,100 |
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates may receive applicable allowances and benefits according to state government service rules.
UPSSSC FSL Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the PET, educational qualification and age requirements on the prescribed cut-off date.
UPSSSC PET 2025 Requirement
Only candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 and were issued a PET 2025 scorecard can apply.
Shortlisting for the Main Examination will be completed according to the candidate’s normalized PET 2025 score. Candidates obtaining a zero or negative absolute or normalized score will not be shortlisted for the Main Examination.
Before applying, candidates can use the Regal Career Job Eligibility Checker to review their age, qualification and other basic eligibility conditions.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must hold the required qualification on or before 17 August 2026. The exact eligible subject combination depends on the selected post and domain.
| Domain | Broad Educational Requirement |
|---|---|
| Biology | Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Forensic Science with a relevant notified specialisation such as biotechnology, biochemistry, genetics, cell biology or microbiology |
| Physics | Bachelor’s degree in Physics or Forensic Science with a notified physics-related specialisation, or an eligible engineering qualification listed in the notification |
| Chemistry | Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Forensic Science with Chemistry, Biochemistry or another notified specialisation |
| Computer Science | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an ‘A’ Level diploma from NIELIT |
Candidates must select only those posts and domains for which they possess the exact prescribed qualification.
For Scientific Assistant posts, an M.Sc. in the relevant subject or a higher qualification in Computer Science may be treated as a preferential qualification. Service of at least two years in the Territorial Army or possession of an NCC ‘B’ certificate may also provide preference where the service rules permit.
Candidate advisory: Degree titles and subject combinations can differ between universities. Applicants should compare the subjects printed on their degree and mark sheets with the detailed Hindi notification before submitting the form.
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 1 July 2026.
| Particular | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
| Age Relaxation | According to Uttar Pradesh Government rules |
Eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories, persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen and other notified categories will receive upper-age relaxation according to applicable state government orders.
Candidates unsure about their exact age on the cut-off date can use the free Recruitment Age Calculator.
Application Fee
UPSSSC has prescribed a uniform online processing fee for all categories.
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/UR | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| OBC | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| EWS | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| SC | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| ST | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Other eligible categories | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
The fee can be paid using:
- Debit card
- Credit card
- Internet banking
- UPI
- SBI e-challan, where available
Payment must be completed and reconciled before the final application form can be printed.
UPSSSC FSL Exam Pattern 2026
The Main Written Examination will contain 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. Candidates will receive two hours to complete the examination.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Physics | 10 | 10 |
| Part 1 | Chemistry | 10 | 10 |
| Part 1 | Biology | 10 | 10 |
| Part 1 | Mathematics | 10 | 10 |
| Part 1 | Forensic Science | 25 | 25 |
| Part 2 | Computer and Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Examination duration: 2 hours
Negative marking: 25% of the marks assigned to the question, equivalent to one-fourth mark for each incorrect answer.
The subject-knowledge portion carries 65 marks, making Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and Forensic Science particularly important for preparation.
Selection Process
The UPSSSC FSL selection process is expected to include the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on the normalized UPSSSC PET 2025 score.
- Main Written Examination.
- Verification of educational, category and reservation documents.
- Medical examination or other joining formalities, where applicable.
Final selection will primarily depend on performance in the Main Written Examination, subject to verification of eligibility and documents.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following details and documents ready:
- UPSSSC PET 2025 registration number
- PET 2025 scorecard
- Date-of-birth proof
- Graduation degree and mark sheets
- Domain or subject-related qualification certificates
- Category certificate, where applicable
- EWS certificate, where applicable
- Domicile or reservation-related documents
- Valid mobile number and email address
- Recent photograph and signature
- Photo identity proof
- NCC or Territorial Army certificate, if claiming preference
The notification states that the photograph and signature already available through PET 2025 will normally appear in the application and cannot be changed during the regular application process.
Applicants can prepare and organize their certificates using the Regal Career Application Document Checklist.
Helpful Application Tools
Before submitting the form, candidates can use the following free Regal Career tools:
- Recruitment Age Calculator to calculate age as on 1 July 2026.
- Job Eligibility Checker to review basic eligibility.
- Photo and Signature Resizer to prepare images for recruitment forms.
- Image Compressor to reduce photograph or document file size.
- Application Document Checklist to organize certificates before applying.
- Application Tools Hub to access PDF, image, calculator and candidate tools.
These tools are available on separate focused pages and are designed to help candidates prepare application files, calculate eligibility and organize recruitment documents.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to complete the UPSSSC FSL online application:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open the Live Advertisement Segment from the homepage.
- Select Advertisement No. 15-Exam/2026 for the Forensic Science Laboratory Combined Cadre Main Examination.
- Log in using the UPSSSC PET 2025 registration number.
- Authenticate through the OTP sent to the registered mobile number or email address.
- Review the personal information imported from the PET 2025 application.
- Select the post and eligible technical domain.
- Enter the graduation, subject, university and passing-year details.
- Provide preference-related information, where applicable.
- Check the declaration and enter the verification code.
- Pay the ₹25 online processing fee.
- Confirm that the payment has been successfully reconciled.
- Download and print the final submitted application form.
Only one application should be submitted for the advertised posts. Candidates can select more than one eligible post or domain within the same application, subject to possessing the required qualification.
Application Correction Facility
Candidates can modify certain permitted details in the submitted application until 24 August 2026.
The correction facility may allow changes to information such as correspondence address, selected reservation details, marital status and other permitted entries. However, every field may not be editable.
Applicants should therefore verify the post, domain, educational qualification and preference information carefully before final submission.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Open UPSSSC Notifications Page |
| Online Application | Apply Through UPSSSC Portal |
| Official Website | Visit UPSSSC |
| Uttar Pradesh Job Updates | View Latest UP Government Jobs |
| All Current Recruitments | View Latest Government Jobs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in UPSSSC FSL Recruitment 2026?
UPSSSC has announced 208 vacancies, including 147 Scientific Assistant posts and 61 Laboratory Assistant posts.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application and pay the processing fee is 17 August 2026.
Is UPSSSC PET 2025 compulsory?
Yes. Candidates must have appeared in PET 2025 and possess an eligible normalized score.
What is the application fee?
The online processing fee is ₹25 for all categories.
What is the age limit?
Candidates must generally be between 21 and 40 years as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation applies according to Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
What is the salary for Scientific Assistant?
Scientific Assistant posts carry Pay Level 6 with a pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.
What is the salary for Laboratory Assistant?
Laboratory Assistant posts carry Pay Level 4 with a pay scale of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Final Advice
UPSSSC FSL Recruitment 2026 provides a specialised government-job opportunity for candidates from Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Forensic Science and Computer Science backgrounds. Applicants should carefully verify their degree subjects, PET 2025 score, age and category documents before selecting a technical domain.
Candidates should not wait until the final date because the application is considered complete only after successful fee payment, reconciliation and generation of the final printable application form.